What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Agent position at Key West Collection?
Property Description
Discover a unique opportunity to be part of the rich history of Key West at the Key West Historic Inns Collection. Formerly known as Kimpton Key West, our historic collection boasts 219 guestrooms across Winslow’s Bungalows, Lighthouse Hotel, Ridley House, Ella’s Cottages, and Fitch Lodge. These buildings, originally homes for army officers, industrialists, and steamboat captains, reflect architectural styles from Conch to Queen Anne. Built when Key West was Florida's largest city in 1900, each structure holds captivating stories of gold discoveries and vaudeville performances. Join us and become a part of a team that embraces the vibrant past while offering unparalleled hospitality. Explore our property history at www.keywesthistoricinns.com for more information.
Overview
Are you a friendly and outgoing individual with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences? Join our team as a Front Desk Agent and be the welcoming face of our establishment. As a Front Desk Agent, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our guests feel valued and cared for from the moment they arrive.
Summary:
- Provide exceptional customer service, creating a positive first impression for guests
- Efficiently handle guest check-ins and check-outs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
- Respond promptly to guest inquiries and resolve any issues or complaints with professionalism and empathy
- Assist guests with recommendations and information about local attractions, dining options, and hotel amenities
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless guest experiences
- Maintain a clean and organized front desk area
- Handle cash and credit card transactions accurately
- Demonstrate a strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to guest satisfaction
Join our team and embark on a rewarding career in hospitality, where you can make a difference in our guests' stay. Apply now to become a Front Desk Agent and be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional service!
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a customer service role, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Previous cash handling experience required
- Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to remain calm under pressure
- Proficiency in computer systems and knowledge of hotel property management software
- Outstanding organizational and multitasking skills
- Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- High School diploma or equivalent
Benefits
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
- Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- 24/7 Teledoc service
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
- 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
